C3Picasso, C4Picasso, C4II, DS3, DS4, DS5
C3Picasso, C4Picasso, C4II, DS3, DS4, DS5 was recalled on 25 October 2019 under EU Safety Gate alert A12/1592/19. Environment risk reported by France. Poor calibration might cause the exhaust emissions' level of nitrogen oxides (NOx) to exceed regulated limits.
| Alert Number | A12/1592/19 |
| Brand | Citroën and DS |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Environment |
| Notifying Country | France |
| Country of Origin | France |
| Model Number | e2*2001/116*0371*26, e2*2007/46*0356*08, e2*2007/46*0356*09, e2*2007/46*0040*21, e2*2007/46*0040*22, e2*2007/46*0040*24, e2*2007/46*0040*25, e2*2007/46*0003*34, e2*2007/46*0003*36, e2*2007/46*0092*07, e2*2007/46*0092*08, e2*2007/46*0092*09, e2*2007/46*0092*11, e2*2007/46*0079*11, e2*2007/46*0003*27, e2*2007/46*0003*29, e2*2007/46*0003*31, e2*2007/46*0003*32, , e2*2007/46*0092*13, e2*2007/46*0092*14, e2*2007/46*0093*04, e2*2007/46*0093*05, e2*2007/46*0093*07, e2*2007/46*0093*10Code GUM |
| Published | 25 October 2019 |
Risk Description
Poor calibration might cause the exhaust emissions' level of nitrogen oxides (NOx) to exceed regulated limits. Nitrogen oxides are harmful to human health and the environment.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): ManufacturerCategory of measure(s): Recall of the product from end usersDate of entry into force: 19/09/2019
Product Description
Passenger car
🌍 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a environment hazard related to C3Picasso, C4Picasso, C4II, DS3, DS4, DS5.
About this risk
This product contains substances harmful to the environment, such as excessive heavy metals, ozone-depleting chemicals, or pollutants that do not comply with EU environmental regulations.
Recommended action
Do not dispose of this product in regular household waste. Take it to a certified waste collection point. Check with your local municipality for hazardous waste disposal options.
Who is at risk?
While the direct health risk may be lower, environmental contamination affects entire communities.